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Chuck Norris, black belt and action star known for ‘Walker, Texas Ranger,’ dies at 86
Chuck Norris, a celebrated martial artist and action star known for “The Way of the Dragon” and “Walker, ...
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Family
Hints from Heloise | Prepping big dinners ahead of time
Dear Heloise: For years, I hosted Thanksgiving for my husband’s family, which usually consisted of around 15-20 guests. ...
Community News
Brachfield murder victim identified, possible suspect awaits Arkansas extradition
Rusk County Sheriff John Wayne Valdez announced today that the victim in the Wednesday, March 18 murder in ...
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Kilgore College Adult Education to host enrollment events for CNA training, GED classes
Kilgore College Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) will host two upcoming enrollment events for individuals interested in workforce ...
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How to get rid of fire ants: Expert tips that work
Science-backed fire ant treatments to protect lawns, gardens and pastures Are fire ant mounds popping up in your ...
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Report shows 23% crime rate drop in Kilgore
Kilgore PD has reported some very good news for local residents: in 2025, the department recorded a 23 ...
College Sports
Region XIV Basketball Tournament Standings
The Arena, Lee College, Baytown Tuesday, March 10 First Round Session I Game 1: No. 9 Paris 72, No. ...
News
London Museum topic of McMillan Library’s March Book Talk
As the 89th anniversary of the devastating London School explosion nears, Overton’s McMillan Memorial Library will be hosting ...
Business
SWEPCO conducting drone-assisted tree trimming inspections to enhance reliability
SHREVEPORT, LA — Southwestern Electric Power Co. (SWEPCO) is modernizing how it keeps the lights on with the launch ...
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Two Las Vegas headliners coming to the Gilmer Civic Center
World-famous Elvis tribute artist Travis Powell and Toby Keith tribute artist DeWayne Terry will bring two icons of ...
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Overton secures series sweep, defeats Elysian Fields in five innings
ELYSIAN FIELDS – After opening district play with a 10-2 win over Elysian Fields, the Overton Lady Mustangs ...
Community News
Overton limits new water accounts outside city limits amid capacity concerns
The City of Overton will no longer allow new municipal water accounts for properties located outside the city ...
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Sherane Bais named 2026 New Century Workforce Scholar
Kilgore College student Sherane Bais of Liberty City has been named a 2026 New Century Workforce Scholar and ...
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Raffle to benefit Texas Police Chiefs Fallen Officer fund offers chance to win new Bronco
A new fundraiser is giving community members a chance to win a new vehicle while supporting families of ...
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Beta Sigma Phi prepares for annual banquet
The Beta Sigma Phi sorority is in the process of planning The First Lady of Kilgore Banquet where ...
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Business
Ring in Spring with Dairy Queen’s Free Cone Day, March 19
Warmer temperatures are on the way, and DQ® restaurants in Texas are answering the sweet call of spring. ...
Family
Pet Talk | Caring for a Special Needs Dog
Providing a safe, loving home for a dog is rewarding for many reasons, and it can sometimes be ...
Health
To Your Good Health | How waist sizes get reduced with CoolSculpting, laser and lipo
DEAR DR. ROACH: I had several abdominal surgeries decades ago. Now that I’m approaching 70, I cannot seem ...
Business
AgriLife Research Brahman program at Overton named Breeder of the Year
American Brahman Breeders Association honors 50 years of research-driven leadership in herd performance The Texas A&M AgriLife Research Brahman program ...
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Living on Purpose | Standing strong with confidence in God
Fear and anxiety are negative byproducts of modern life, trying to influence us away from God. Our jobs ...
College Sports
West Rusk alum takes top shot at LeTourneau Invitational
WHITE OAK – LeTourneau men’s track and field competed at the LeTourneau Invitational on Friday afternoon, held at ...
ET Varsity
Overton secures series sweep, defeats Elysian Fields in five innings
ELYSIAN FIELDS – After opening district play with a 10-2 win over Elysian Fields, the Overton Lady Mustangs ...
News
West Rusk FFA memorializes explosion
West Rusk High’s Future Farmers of America set up crosses on Memorial Drive Thursday to honor the 293 ...
Announcements
AS BIG AS IT GETS! | Monster Truck Wars roar back into town Mar. 14
The roar of engines will fill the Rusk County Expo Center arena on Saturday, March 14, as the ...
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Rusk County rescinds burn ban
Rusk County Judge Joel Hale has issued an order rescinding the burn ban order adopted on Feb. 24. ...